The Urban League of Louisiana's Parent Information Center will host a Back to School Giveaway on Saturday, August 22 from 10am to 2pm at Champions Square (South Lasalle St, New Orleans, LA 70112). Pre-registration is required! Click HERE to pre-register. For more information, contact 504.620.2332 or email PIC@urbanleaguela.org.
The Urban League of Louisiana's Parent Information Center is hosting a virtual training for parents to Understand Charter Board Governance & Responsibilities on Thursday, September 3 from 9am - 11am facilitated by Dr. Erica Murray. The training will help parents with: Charter Board Responsibilities and the Parent Representative Board Ethics and Fiduciary Duties Managing and Leading Effective Meetings Becoming and Effective Board Member Participants must have Wif-Fi access and a device that will allow them to be an active participant. For additional information email PIC@urbanleaguela.org or call 504.827.1245. REGISTER HERE.
Schools Expo provides families with an opportunity to engage with representatives from early childhood programs, public, private, and Catholic schools. It is a convenient and efficient method for families to access schools that meet their needs and values. Schools Expo has become a staple in the city and an event families look forward to every year. Because of COVID-19 and the state’s restrictions, this year a scaled down virtual Schools Expo has been created. It is our sincere hope to host an in-person Schools Expo in the near future. Register at urbanleaguela.org/schools-expo-2021
STUDENTS will learn: How to determine what is important to them when choosing a high school and How to set themselves up for success starting in middle school. For parents, the workshop will: Facilitate comparing high schools and Provide tips and information to prepare their student for a smooth transition. Schools can request a virtual High School Guide workshop for their 7th and 8th grade students. Email the Parent Information Center at pic@urbanleaguela.org to schedule a workshop or contact us at 504-827-1245. To review the High School Guide visit ullaresourceguides.com or go to urbanleaguela.org! Register at https://www.xing-events.com/HSG_Workshop.html
The Urban League of Louisiana's Parent Information Center believes that all students have the right to a quality and equitable education and that parents have the most authentic voice to challenge inequities through engagement and organized advocacy efforts. The PRIDE Leadership Academy offers participants an opportunity to learn current education policies and challenges in New Orleans, develop and enhance advocacy skills, develop and execute an advocacy project with the guidance of mentors and Urban League staff. The Academy will consist of 12 weekly training sessions (via Zoom) starting May 20. Sessions will take place from 6:00pm - 7:30pm. To register, click here. For more information, email PIC@urbanleaguela.org or call 504.827.1245.
The Urban League of Louisiana’s Parent Information Center, in partnership with Baptist Community Ministries, will host a School Supply Giveaway and Coat Giveaway Saturday, October 16 from 10am to 2pm at Champions Square. Attendees can expect an array of resources including school supplies, uniform vouchers, and a chance to win special prizes including a PlayStation 5! To comply with CDC guidelines, the event is drive up only. Pre-registration is required! Families can register here.
Join our Parent Information Center for a Parent Charter Board Training on Feb 16 and 17 from 6pm-8pm. This training will provide objectives and outcomes related to governance and board member responsibilities that will equip participants for proper service. Additionally, participants will garner the confidence to be effective and instrumental in creating positive change within the educational landscape. To register, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqfuGqpzsuGtYaTjCil7zXj18enxF7OFlT